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The Silent Epidemic: Why Women Struggle to Sleep More Than Men
In the realm of functional health, our primary goal is to identify the underlying cause of issues and initiate appropriate treatment. In...
Rachel Intrieri
Mar 253 min read
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Revolutionizing Pediatric Dentistry
In myofunctional therapy, I get to work with amazing kiddos and their wonderful families to tackle developmental issues, airway concerns,...
Rachel Intrieri
Feb 112 min read
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The Rise of Tongue Ties: What's Behind the Increase?
A look at the past in order to understand the current increase we are seeing in tongue-tie diagnosis.
Rachel Intrieri
Jan 203 min read
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Is Mouth Breathing Causing Tonsils and Adenoids to grow?
Research suggests that mouth breathing may play a significant role in the continued growth of tonsils and adenoids
Rachel Intrieri
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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Wolff's Law and Myofunctional Therapy
Understand the fundamentals of Myofunctional Therapy with Wolff's Law.
Rachel Intrieri
Nov 27, 20242 min read
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Swallowing and Airway
Why does food or liquid "go down the wrong pipe"? The swallow and airway are anatomical intertwined and complex. Learn more today!
Rachel Intrieri
Nov 21, 20242 min read
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Myofunctional Therapy with an RDH
Orofacial myofunctional therapy can be specialized by several healthcare professionals, including medical doctors, dentists,...
Rachel Intrieri
Nov 14, 20242 min read
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Nitric Oxide (NO) a Small but Powerful Molecule
Nitric oxide's diverse functions in circulation, immune response, and cellular signaling make it an essential molecule for overall health.
Rachel Intrieri
Nov 8, 20242 min read
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Mouth Breathings Impact on Dentofacial Development
Mouth breathing can significantly impact dentofacial development, especially in children. When a child consistently breathes through their m
Rachel Intrieri
Nov 4, 20242 min read
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Part 2: Forward Head Posture & TMJ Disorders
Did you know that your posture can significantly impact your jaw health? Join me as we dive into this topic!
Rachel Intrieri
Oct 27, 20241 min read
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Part 1: Mouth Breathing & TMJ Disorders
Mouth breathing can worsen TMJ disorders by straining jaw muscles. Discover how this habit impacts your jaw health!
Rachel Intrieri
Oct 27, 20241 min read
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Can Myofunctional Therapy Help TMJ Pain?
Myofunctional therapy has been shown to improve symptoms of TMJ with long lasting effects. Dive into research with me!
Rachel Intrieri
Oct 27, 20241 min read
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How is a Tongue Tie Associated with Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Children?
Healthy facial development is significantly influenced by the position of the tongue. A tongue tie, or restrictive tissue beneath the...
Rachel Intrieri
Oct 27, 20241 min read
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Snoring is Not Normal, Even for Children
Does your child snore? Understand how snoring and lack of oxygen can affect brain development
Rachel Intrieri
Oct 27, 20242 min read
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Four Pillars of Myo: Proper Swallow & Tongue Thrust
A proper swallow is the final pillar of myofunctional therapy. Have you ever heard the phrase "something went down the wrong pipe"? If...
Rachel Intrieri
Oct 25, 20241 min read
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Four Pillars of Myo: Correct Tongue Posture
The concept that my patients often struggle with the most is tongue posture. It's not something people typically think about or ask...
Rachel Intrieri
Oct 24, 20241 min read
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The Four Pillars of Myo: Lip Seal
The second goal of myofunctional therapy is to maintain a proper lip seal both day and night. This promotes our other goals of nasal...
Rachel Intrieri
Oct 23, 20241 min read
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The Four Pillars of Myo: Nasal Breathing
Every myofunctional therapist has four key goals when treating a patient. The first, and arguably the most crucial, is promoting nasal...
Rachel Intrieri
Oct 22, 20241 min read
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Myofunctional Therapy and Sleep Apnea
Discover the effectiveness of myofunctional therapy for an alternative treatment to mild and moderate sleep apnea.
Rachel Intrieri
Oct 21, 20241 min read
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Alternative Sleep Apnea Therapy
What is sleep-disordered breathing and what improvements can we see following myofunctional therapy? Dive into the research with me!
Rachel Intrieri
Oct 21, 20241 min read
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